Hello everyone and thank you for tuning into Digital Manga’s latest Kickstarter campaign. We have started our crowd-funding endeavors, a few years ago, primarily with publishing classic manga from the Tezuka library. Now we’re confident to expand to other manga genres. One of those genres we’re tackling with this campaign is to publish the shounen manga, Kimagure Orange Road, for print and digital formats.

What is Kimagure Orange Road?

When high school student, Kyōsuke Kasuga, moves to a new school, he is suddenly mixed up into a complicated love triangle between a mercurial and enigmatic girl with a troubled past, named Madoka Ayukawa, and Hikaru Hiyama—Madoka's ditzy and energetic best friend. While Kyōsuke’s true feelings are for Madoka, his indecisive and sensitive personality keeps him from hurting Hikaru at the same time. To throw things more into the mix, Kyōsuke and his family hold a secret— they are espers (aka—people with psychic powers). Can Kyōsuke juggle the growing pains of high school life all the while keeping his family’s extra sensory powers a secret?

It’s teenage high school romance meets supernatural powers…roll that all up with the hi-jinks of a family of ESPers, and you got Kimagure Orange Road!

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Written by Izumi Matsumoto, Kimagure Orange Road, ran as an eighteen volume manga, published from 1984-1987 in Japan, and was later adapted into a popular anime TV series and then several OVAs later. Novelizations later followed in the mid-90s as well. The work set the staple for the teenage love triangle romance genre for the anime/manga fandom, and had a popular anime following in the US in the late 80’s/early 90’s. It’s deemed as one of the classic anime/manga series that is still remembered today.

Why re-publish Kimagure Orange Road ? We’re re-translating, re-editing, and re-lettering this classic series for new digital and print editions. We’d like to re-introduce this classic manga to the new generation of English manga readers and to revive interest back to those long time followers of the series when it first came out.

Because the series is such a long one, spanning to 18 volumes in its original Japanese release, we’re going to release the English editions into six omnibus editions—each omnibus containing three volumes of the original release. Yes, you read correctly, we’re packing 3 average size graphic novels into each omnibus, totaling 6 omnibus volumes. (That’s over 500+ pages in each omnibus!)

Our initial goal of $34,900, will cover the very first omnibus vol.1 (Collecting the vol.1-3 from the original Japanese edition release.), with Omnibus, 2,3,4,5,6 , as stretch goals. The stretch goal for omnibus vol.2 will be at $56,900; omnibus vol.3 at $74,900; omnibus vol.4 at $89,900; omnibus vol.5 at $105,900; and omnibus vol.6 at $119,900.
As each additional volume stretch goal is met, you would be able to add-on them to your pledge (Some reward tiers are excluded). New reward tiers will be available once all the stretch goals are met. (Feel free to upgrade your reward tier to the new stretch goal tiers once they’re achieved.)

One of the great perks of this campaign is that the creator of Kimagure Orange Road, Izumi Matsumoto, has provided for this campaign very rare and one of a kind collector items for the discerning fan. Check them out in our reward and perk descriptions below!

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The breakdown on what-comes-with-what if you were to pledge. All domestic US shipping prices are already included in the pledge amounts. For international backers, shipping cost will apply. Rewards are EXTREMELY limited! Claim them asap! Description of perks are after the tier breakdown.

Regarding custom fees for international backers.
We are not responsible for any additional charges such as import or custom fees. Backers are responsible for any fees previously listed. We unfortunately cannot mark any packages as gift as well. We are not responsible for any lost packages and should contact your local carrier regarding lost items.
If rewards have not arrived within a 1 month time frame, please contact us as soon as possible so we can investigate the location of your rewards. We apologize for any inconvenience in advance.

-Large Limited Wall Scroll-

Madoka is here to decorate your room with her sexy beach pose drinking her exotic beverage! Be the envy of all your friends with this collectible wallhanger! Dimensions: approx: ~32"W x ~40"H
Tiers that include this perk: • $85 - SUMMER LOVE • $850 - ORANGE PVC MADNESS
• $900 - TIME-SLIP
• $1450 - TELEKINESIS
• $1500 - PRECOGNITION(Update 4/13/16: Now available as an add-on item. See Add-On section below for details to
add them on to your pledge!)

Mock-up Only

- Beach Towel-

This 30" x 60" 100% cotton velour/terrycloth towel is great to use at the beach or for drying off after a dip in the pool, spa, or bathtub!
Tiers that include this perk: • $75 - KOR BEACH PACKAGE • $850 - ORANGE PVC MADNESS
• $900 - TIME-SLIP
• $1450 - TELEKINESIS
• $1500 - PRECOGNITION(Update 4/13/16: Now available as part of the Beach Bundle add-on package. See Add-On
section below for details to add them on to your pledge!)

-Sunglasses-

Look cool and save your eyes when you’re out under the sun! Made with acrylic lenses and plastic frames, these sunglasses are light and comfortable to wear while reading your book!
Tiers that include this perk: • $75 - KOR BEACH PACKAGE • $850 - ORANGE PVC MADNESS • $900 - TIME-SLIP • $1450 - TELEKINESIS • $1500 - PRECOGNITION(Update 4/13/16:Now available as part of the Beach Bundle add-on package. See Add-On
section below for details to add them on to your pledge!)

Mock-up Only

-Orange Eco bag –

Carry all your KOR books and read them on the go, with this 16”x20”x6” orange eco bag! Featuring the Kimagure Orange Road logo on the bag! Constructed of 80gsm 100% non-woven soft textured polypropylene with the look and feel of cloth. Features tear resistance, a water repellent finish, and reinforced 28" handles for added strength.
Tiers that include this perk: • $75 - KOR BEACH PACKAGE • $850 - ORANGE PVC MADNESS • $900 - TIME-SLIP • $1450 - TELEKINESIS • $1500 - PRECOGNITION(Update 4/13/16:Now available as part of the Beach Bundle add-on package. See Add-On
section below for details to add them on to your pledge!)

-Madoka Ayukawa 1/10 scale Painted PVC figure-

From the Beach Queens- Treasure Figure Collection comes the Madoka Ayukawa 1/10 scale Painted PVC figure! We are importing these from Japan for you backers! So if you are an anime figurine collector, this is for you! Extremely limited quantity run…only 5 available for this campaign! The packaging will be signed by author, Izumi Matsumoto, making this item worth over $400!
Product Dimensions package: 22 x 12 x 12 cm; 499 g
Tiers that include this perk:• $850 - ORANGE PVC MADNESS (Update 4/13/16: 6 More Now Available!!!)

Madoka Ayukawa (Orange Bikini version) ~approx. 1/8 scale Painted PVC/ABS
figure
From MegaHouse - Heroine Memories Series Collection comes the Madoka Ayukawa
approx.~1/8 scale Painted PVC/ABS figure in Orange Bikini! We are importing
these from Japan for you backers! So if you are an anime figurine collector,
this is for you! Extremely limited quantity run...only 5 available for this
campaign! The packaging will be signed by author, Izumi Matsumoto, making
this item worth over $500!
Product Dimensions package: approx: 22cm height
Estimate Product Release in Japan: Sept. 2016
Tiers that include this perk: • $950 - Madoka's Bikini Orange

-KOR Music Story Soundtrack CD (Signed by the author)-

Offered here is the Kimagure Orange Road music story soundtrack, which the author, Izumi Matsumoto, created himself. The CD contains 5 tracks. This is from a CD-ROM based magazine called "ComicON" produced in 1996. It is called "Music Story," a combination of music and video specifically produced by Matsumoto-sensei for "Kimagure Orange Road." CD will also be signed by the author. Not sold anywhere else! Exclusive to this campaign only!Listen to Music CD samples here: Harukaze no Kimi (春風の君) https://youtu.be/pey5QNWpi2kHajimete no Date (はじめてのデイト) https://youtu.be/njuYEHPqtzcRAIN DAY https://youtu.be/yht8bXZy9BoBinetsu no Shima (微熱の島) https://youtu.be/LqiUWWQJYtsNagisa no Angel (渚のエンジェル) https://youtu.be/VHAbo37bLh0Tiers that include this perk: • $105 - TEEN ROMANCE
• $115 - MADOKA THE “TSUNDERE” (Variant A)
• $115 - MADOKA THE “TSUNDERE” (Variant B)
• $170 - EMOTION
• $170 - SEASON
• $850 - ORANGE PVC MADNESS
• $900 - TIME-SLIP
• $1450 - TELEKINESIS
• $1500 - PRECOGNITION

-EMOTION - Kimagure Orange Road Art Book (Signed By Izumi Matsumoto)-

Out of print, rare and limited illustration art book by the popular manga artist, Izumi Matsumoto. This art book was exclusively sold at his 2012 art exhibition in GoFa (Tokyo, Japan). It is titled as Emotion, jam-packed with a variety of his illustration art works from Kimagure Orange Road. It also has a step by step guide showing how Matsumoto-san creating his artwork. Tiers that include this perk: • $170 - EMOTION
• $850 - ORANGE PVC MADNESS
• $900 - TIME-SLIP
• $1450 - TELEKINESIS
• $1500 - PRECOGNITION

-SEASON - Kimagure Orange Road Art Book (Signed By Izumi Matsumoto)-

Another out of print, rare and limited illustration art book by the popular manga artist, Izumi Matsumoto. Filled with more of his illustration art works from Kimagure Orange Road.
Size : Approx. 30cm x 21cm; Softcover: 49 pages; Text : Japanese
(Limited to only 20!)Tiers that include this perk: • $170 - SEASON

Great art to use as a center piece in a room, featuring our favorite characters in police uniforms, school uniforms, or summer beach wear. Choose 1 out of the 6 different selections. (Variants A to F) (Please message us your choice, while supplies last. First come, first served!) Tiers that include this perk: • $900 - TIME-SLIP

-Reproduction Shikishis (Signed By Izumi Matsumoto)-

For collectors that collect sketches of their favorite characters and autographs of their favorite creators!
Tiers that include one or both of these perks: MADOKA THE “TSUNDERE” (Variant A); MADOKA THE “TSUNDERE” (Variant B)
• $850 - ORANGE PVC MADNESS
• $900 - TIME-SLIP
• $1450 - TELEKINESIS
• $1500 - PRECOGNITION

-Original Shikishis (Signed By Izumi Matsumoto) –

Unique and one-of-a-kind Shikishi sketched and signed only 20 available! Check out the video of this process! https://youtu.be/IYFNgbVMSpYTiers that include this perk: • $1450 - TELEKINESIS

-Original Poster Sketch (Signed By Izumi Matsumoto) –

Large drawing of Madoka, sketched and signed on a large sketch pad. Only 1 available!
Check out the video of this process!
https://youtu.be/EdRXNKC0dB4Tiers that include this perk: • $1500 - PRECOGNITION

-Collectable Stickers Set of 3 (Signed By Izumi Matsumoto) –

3 great stickers to use to decorate anything to show you are a fan of KOR!
Tiers that include these perks: • $105 - TEEN ROMANCE
• $850 - ORANGE PVC MADNESS
• $900 - TIME-SLIP
• $1450 - TELEKINESIS
• $1500 - PRECOGNITION(Update 4/13/16: Now available as an add-on item. See Add-On section below for details to
add them on to your pledge!)

Disclaimer for STRETCH GOAL ADD-ON(s):

Please be advised, that if you include STRETCH GOAL ADD-ON items to your pledge for tiers that do not offer add-ons, we will not fulfill your add-ons, and will consider your extra pledge amount as a donation to this campaign.

Please be advised, that all STRETCH GOAL ADD-ONs items are now available to add as Add-ons to your pledge to specific reward tiers that qualify for Add-ons. They will be produced and published!

NOTE: Please be advised, after the campaign ends, if your Add-on amount is below the required amount for the add-ons you want to include to your pledge, we will not fulfill your add-on, and will consider your extra pledge amount as a donation to this campaign.

How to add STRETCH GOAL ADD-ON(s) to your pledge:
Note: This applies to ALL ADD-ON(s) inquiries. If you need further assistance with add-on(s), please message us (using the Contact me link at the top right corner of the page)!
Step 1: Pledge for an existing reward tier that offers Add-on(s). (Some restrictions apply.)
Step 2: Click the blue button that says “Manage Your Pledge”
Step 3: Manually change the pledge amount in green to the desired TOTAL AMOUNT to include the add-on(s) you want accordingly.

Ex. Pledge level “INDECISIVE KYOSUKE” IS $45. Stretch goal for Omnibus vol.2 is reached, and you’d like to add-on the Print and Digital Edition, add $30 for the print edition ($30 for U.S. domestic, $45 for Foreign) and $15 for the digital edition to the $45 pledge. $45+$30+$15=$90. Your pledge amount should now be $90!

Step 4: Please message us, (using the Contact me link at the top right corner of the page), to specify which add-on(s) you have requested immediately! We will verify your adjusted total and note your add-on(s). If you do not message us of your additional pledge for the specific add-on you requested by the end of the campaign, we will consider the extra pledge amount as a donation to this crowd funding campaign.

ALL ADD-ON PRICES ALREADY INCLUDE SHIPPING! NO NEED TO INCLUDE ADDITIONAL SHIPPING COST!

--------Disclaimer for MERCHANDISE ADD-ON(s):

-Please be advised, that if you include MERCHANDISE ADD-ON(s) items to your pledge for tiers that do not offer add-ons, we will not fulfill your add-ons, and will consider your extra pledge amount as a donation to this campaign. The list of MERCHANDISE ADD-ONs below lists the tiers that qualify for that add-on.

- Please be advised, after the campaign ends, if your Add-on amount is below the required amount for the add-ons you want to include to your pledge, we will not fulfill your add-on, and will consider your extra pledge amount as a donation to this campaign.

How to add MERCHANDISE ADD-ON(s) to your pledge:
Note: This applies to ALL ADD-ON(s) inquiries. If you need further assistance with add-on(s), please message us!

Step 3: Manually change the pledge amount in green to the desired TOTAL AMOUNT to include the add-on(s) you want accordingly.
Example: Pledge level “INDECISIVE KYOSUKE” IS $45. You’d like to add-on the Set of 7 Posters—add $80 for the Set of 7 Posters to the $45 pledge. $45+$80=$125. Your pledge amount should now be $125!

Step 4: Please message us, (using the Contact me link at the top right corner of the page), to specify which add-on(s) you have requested immediately! We will verify your adjusted total and note your add-on(s). If you do not message us your additional pledge for the specific add-on you requested by the end of the campaign, we will consider the extra pledge amount as a donation to this crowd funding campaign.

ALL ADD-ON PRICES ALREADY INCLUDE SHIPPING! NO NEED TO INCLUDE ADDITIONAL SHIPPING COST!

Risks and challenges

We weigh heavily on the comments, praise, and criticisms from you, the fans. With over 13 successful campaigns under our belt, and a track record of fulfillment and delivery of rewards to our loyal backers, we continue to build from our experience and professionalism to bring you confidence and an enjoyable experience to the campaigning process.

We also provide backers with clear explanations about our goals and giveaway tiers, fast responses to questions, and frequent updates on the progress of the books and the giveaways. With that said, if you have any questions or concerns please message us (through the "Contact Me" button above) and we will reply as swiftly as possible.

"What if the merchandise is late?"

This would be because we were not satisfied with the makers of our merchandise and had to find an alternative company to produce them or demand a complete redo. Backers will be informed the minute it happens, and when we receive the completed goods.

"What if the books are late?"

It's not uncommon for books to be late. There are multiple parties involved with publishing a book. Of course, you will be informed right away about the problem and how long of a delay you can expect.

DISCLAIMER: Please keep in mind that the tiers are set and we cannot switch items out in exchange for other items. If an item becomes unavailable or damaged before shipping out the rewards package to the backer, an item of equivalent or greater value will be substituted.

Kickstarter is not a store.

Pledge $50 or more
About $50

LOVE TRIANGLE

With over 500+ pages to each omnibus, you can easily lose your place without a bookmarker. This package will get you three fantastic bookmarker magnets, of your favorite and loved characters from the series!

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Pledge $105 or more
About $105

TEEN ROMANCE

Like any teen romance, you get lots of goodies in this one! Music inspired theme for KOR, collectible stickers, and for those manga art collectors out there, we have collectible prints of manga artboard artwork for this package.

WHAT YOU GET:
• e-thank you
• KOR Wallpaper
• Thank you card from the president of DMI
• Omnibus Vol.1 Digital Edition
• Omnibus Vol.1 Print Edition
• 3 different Bookmarker magnets
• KOR Music Story Soundtrack CD (Signed by the author)
• Set of 3 different Stickers
• Set of 2 different reproduction prints of original manga art board artwork (Fukuseigenga) with signature

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Pledge $115 or more
About $115

MADOKA THE “TSUNDERE” (Variant A)

“Tsundere” is the Japanese term used to describe a person that starts off cold-hearted but eventually warms up... and that describes Madoka best. That is why we’re dedicating this package to include one out of the two Shikishi artboards of her, signed by the creator!!! This tier is for the one depicted of her leaning over. (Variant A)

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Pledge $115 or more
About $115

MADOKA THE “TSUNDERE” (Variant B)

“Tsundere” is the Japanese term used to describe a person that starts off cold-hearted but eventually warms up... and that describes Madoka best. That is why we’re dedicating this package to include one out of the two Shikishi artboards of her, signed by the creator!!! This tier is for the one depicted of her singing with a microphone. (Variant B)

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Pledge $170 or more
About $170

EMOTION

Attention all manga art book collectors!!! We’re offering in this package a signed copy of a Kimagure Orange Road artbook entitled, “EMOTION”, along with all the usual good stuff that you don’t want to miss out on.

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Pledge $170 or more
About $170

Classic Manga Package #1

The theme of this campaign is “classic” manga! So we’ve put together a package of classic items and books we’ve produced over the years. Featured in this package you get 1 out of the of 2 available Vampire Hunter D litho prints, and the classic retro 2 volume Speed Racer manga in hard cover with a slipcase.
Note: After your pledge, please message us which Vampire Hunter D Litho print you’d like to reserve: Litho A or Litho B (See product descriptions below.) (First come, first served!)

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Pledge $170 or more
About $170

Classic Manga Package #2

Our second “classic” manga package! Featuring, anime art cels of Naruto and Sasuke! These cel art are masterpieces in their own right and deserve a home to hang on a wall on . Also included is the classic retro 2 volume Speed Racer manga in hard cover with a slipcase.

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Pledge $170 or more
About $170

Classic Manga Package #3

Still a Bleach fan? Well these anime art cels of Bleach need a home! Send them your way with a selection of various action scenes from the anime. (See reward product descriptions below for availability.) (Please message us for which 1 out of the 8 selections you’d like to reserve for your pledge.)(First come, first served!)(While supplies last!)

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Pledge $250 or more
About $250

FAMILY OF ESPERS

Move over to this rewards package to get the full digital and print collection! You’ll want this, to make sure you don’t miss a moment of drama with our favorite KOR characters! No messy add-ons to keep track of for you and us, and a little bit of $avings in the long run!!!

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Pledge $850 or more
About $850

ORANGE PVC MADNESS

Are you an anime PVC figurine collector? If so, this package is for you! Featured here is the sizzling Madoka, sporting her red-hot bikini wear. Limited supplies and will be signed by the author! Also includes items from these reward tiers: KOR Beach, Madoka The “Tsundere”, Teen Romance and EMOTION.

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Pledge $900 or more
About $900

TIME-SLIP

This tier showcases your choice of 6 different canvas illustrations which will be signed by the creator, featuring our favorite KOR characters cosplaying police officers, with sexy Madoka up front, school uniforms, and beach attire! (See reward product descriptions below for availability.) (Please message us for which 1 out of the 6 variations you’d like to reserve for your pledge.) Don't miss out on this big whopper of a reward package, which also includes items from these reward tiers: KOR Beach, Madoka The “Tsundere”, Teen Romance and EMOTION. We’ll even auto-add in the stretch goal items if they’re reached.

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Pledge $950 or more
About $950

MADOKA'S BIKINI ORANGE

PVC figurines are in hot demand, so we answered the call! We're offering
this nicely detailed version of beach going Madoka, in an ORANGE bikini this
time! Limited supplies and will be signed by the author! Also includes items
from these reward tiers: KOR Beach, Madoka The "Tsundere", Teen Romance and
EMOTION.

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Pledge $1,450 or more
About $1,450

TELEKINESIS

Shikishis are long sought after by collectors, and this reward has one. This’ll be an original picture of fan favorite, Madoka, hand drawn and signed by the creator. No two are exactly alike. Extremely limited. This big package also includes items from these reward tiers: KOR Beach, Madoka The “Tsundere”, Teen Romance and EMOTION. We’ll even auto-add in the stretch goal items if they’re reached.

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Pledge $1,500 or more
About $1,500

PRECOGNITION

Here is the ultimate package! A huge hand drawn sketch of Madoka, drawn on a large sketch pad! Who the heck has anything like this? This will be the first and only one! Only one available! This big package also includes items from these reward tiers: KOR Beach, Madoka The “Tsundere”, Teen Romance and EMOTION. We’ll even auto-add in the stretch goal items if they’re reached.